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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our precious baby boy, Kayson River Ishee, who left this world far too soon at just nine months of age.
Though his time on earth was brief, Kayson’s life was filled with love. His sweet smile, bright eyes, and gentle presence brought immeasurable joy to his family. In nine short months, he taught those around him the truest meaning of unconditional love and left memories that will be cherished forever.
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Jacob Crain, left, and DaMikies McClain, right..
Two Franklinton High School football standouts played in this week’s Gridiron Football All-American Bowl at Louisiana Christian University in Pineville..
Quarterback Jacob Crain and Receiver DaMikies McClain were in the Bowl on Tuesday. The two are FHS record setters. Crain is the all-time leading passer for the FHS Demons. McClain is the only FHS receiver to ever go over 1,000 yards of receiving in a single season.
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Jacob Crain, left, and DaMikies McClain, right..
Two Franklinton High School football standouts played in this week’s Gridiron Football All-American Bowl at Louisiana Christian University in Pineville..
Quarterback Jacob Crain and Receiver DaMikies McClain were in the Bowl on Tuesday. The two are FHS record setters. Crain is the all-time leading passer for the FHS Demons. McClain is the only FHS receiver to ever go over 1,000 yards of receiving in a single season.
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Jacob Crain, left, and DaMikies McClain, right..
Two Franklinton High School football standouts played in this week’s Gridiron Football All-American Bowl at Louisiana Christian University in Pineville..
Quarterback Jacob Crain and Receiver DaMikies McClain were in the Bowl on Tuesday. The two are FHS record setters. Crain is the all-time leading passer for the FHS Demons. McClain is the only FHS receiver to ever go over 1,000 yards of receiving in a single season.
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The Bowling Green boys and girls basketball teams recently took on Bay High School of Bay St. Louis MS. In the first photo, the Lady Bucs’ Jaylee Smith goes for a layup. In the second photo, Dawson Bell scores for the Bucs.
PHOTOS BY COURTNEY SCHILLING
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The Bowling Green boys and girls basketball teams recently took on Bay High School of Bay St. Louis MS. In the first photo, the Lady Bucs’ Jaylee Smith goes for a layup. In the second photo, Dawson Bell scores for the Bucs.
PHOTOS BY COURTNEY SCHILLING
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The Bowling Green boys and girls basketball teams recently took on Bay High School of Bay St. Louis MS. In the first photo, the Lady Bucs’ Jaylee Smith goes for a layup. In the second photo, Dawson Bell scores for the Bucs.
PHOTOS BY COURTNEY SCHILLING
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Mrs. Martha Ladner, age 86, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday December 24, 2025 in Franklinton, Louisiana.
Born on July 14, 1939, Martha was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was known as the warmest presence in any room. She was kind, thoughtful, and wonderfully silly in a way that made everyone feel at home. Her love for her family was endless and unwavering, and she poured her heart into those she loved the most.
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Tisha Nicole Thomassen, age 47, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., surrounded by her loving family and friends.
Tisha is lovingly remembered by her devoted husband of 26 years, Scott Thomassen; and their three precious children, Kaley Kyle, Austin Thomassen, and Lainey Thomassen. She is also survived by her sisters, Melissa (Aaron) Hines and Selena Carrier; and her nieces and nephews, Ryan (Lauren) Stumpf, the late Bree Sison, Matthew (Beth) Mizell, and Toby Mizell.
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Farrell C. Holliday, 79, a resident of Franklinton passed away Wednesday December 24, 2025 at his home. He was retired after a long career at Rutter Rex in Franklinton. He was the mechanic and maintenance man for the many sewing machines for the company. Farrell enjoyed working with his hands and could repair just about anything, including lawnmowers, golf carts, other small engines and even cars. He loved gardening and planted a huge vegetable garden each year then gave away much of what he grew to his family and neighbors.
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Happy New Year! 2026 is here! Hope you all had a blessed and merry Christmas.
Brook’s General Store will have earlier closing times for the new year holiday. Wednesday, December 31st, 4 AM-5 PM and Thursday, January 1st, 4 AM-4 PM.
Triple P Fireworks looks forward to seeing everyone as you prepare for New Year’s Eve celebrations. They are located at 37446 Hwy. 38, just 3 miles east of Brook’s General Store. Please call 985-515-1500 for any questions.
Condolences to the family and friends of Horace James and Farrell Holliday.
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3 months ago
Happy New Year! 2026 is here! Hope you all had a blessed and merry Christmas.
Brook’s General Store will have earlier closing times for the new year holiday. Wednesday, December 31st, 4 AM-5 PM and Thursday, January 1st, 4 AM-4 PM.
Triple P Fireworks looks forward to seeing everyone as you prepare for New Year’s Eve celebrations. They are located at 37446 Hwy. 38, just 3 miles east of Brook’s General Store. Please call 985-515-1500 for any questions.
Condolences to the family and friends of Horace James and Farrell Holliday.
By Holly Gill Sanders on
3 months ago
Happy New Year! 2026 is here! Hope you all had a blessed and merry Christmas.
Brook’s General Store will have earlier closing times for the new year holiday. Wednesday, December 31st, 4 AM-5 PM and Thursday, January 1st, 4 AM-4 PM.
Triple P Fireworks looks forward to seeing everyone as you prepare for New Year’s Eve celebrations. They are located at 37446 Hwy. 38, just 3 miles east of Brook’s General Store. Please call 985-515-1500 for any questions.
Condolences to the family and friends of Horace James and Farrell Holliday.
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3 months ago
*What a Blessing it is to see the beginning of another new year… January 1, 2026! As I reflect back over the year 2025, I realize that many of us have dealt with various situations in our lives. We’ve had so many ups and downs; some sunshine and rain but through it all we survived and that’s something to celebrate. Happy Blessed New Year’s Everyone!
Wesley Ray UMC:
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3 months ago
*What a Blessing it is to see the beginning of another new year… January 1, 2026! As I reflect back over the year 2025, I realize that many of us have dealt with various situations in our lives. We’ve had so many ups and downs; some sunshine and rain but through it all we survived and that’s something to celebrate. Happy Blessed New Year’s Everyone!
Wesley Ray UMC:
By Gwen Pigott on
3 months ago
*What a Blessing it is to see the beginning of another new year… January 1, 2026! As I reflect back over the year 2025, I realize that many of us have dealt with various situations in our lives. We’ve had so many ups and downs; some sunshine and rain but through it all we survived and that’s something to celebrate. Happy Blessed New Year’s Everyone!
Wesley Ray UMC:
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3 months ago
Hello again everyone. My apologizes for missing last weeks writing. I'm sure I'll miss someone's birthday or news. Also some of the ones I do have this week will be considered "be-lated". I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas time. I know we did with all our family being at our house on Christmas Day.
Happy New Year's to all. It's New Year's Eve and at this writing they are calling for some cold weather. At least I'll get to burn up some more fire wood.
Please be safe and don't forget to check on the elderly in your area.
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3 months ago
Greetings from Hot Springs, Arkansas! We have spent the weekend after Christmas exploring Hot Springs yet again. It really is a cool little town with lots of history. I have learned so much more about it in the last month or so. I know the mountains here aren’t as mountainous as the Smokies, which in turn aren’t as mountainous as the Rockies, but still, very pretty and highly recommended, nonetheless.
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3 months ago
Greetings from Hot Springs, Arkansas! We have spent the weekend after Christmas exploring Hot Springs yet again. It really is a cool little town with lots of history. I have learned so much more about it in the last month or so. I know the mountains here aren’t as mountainous as the Smokies, which in turn aren’t as mountainous as the Rockies, but still, very pretty and highly recommended, nonetheless.
By Karen Thigpen on
3 months ago
Greetings from Hot Springs, Arkansas! We have spent the weekend after Christmas exploring Hot Springs yet again. It really is a cool little town with lots of history. I have learned so much more about it in the last month or so. I know the mountains here aren’t as mountainous as the Smokies, which in turn aren’t as mountainous as the Rockies, but still, very pretty and highly recommended, nonetheless.
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